It’s not your imagination: gin and tonic water actually taste better together than apart.

We already know tequila is delicious on its own.

As a tried-and-true hot sauce fanatic, I think just about everything tastes better with a little liquid fire (save maybe creme brulee, but I could be swayed).

Whiskey is damn fine on its own, and there's nothing wrong with enjoying it neat or on the rocks.

Like that Justin Timberlake, vodka's good at many things.

People have been drinking ginger -- in one form or another -- for centuries, but it's experienced quite the renaissance in recent years thanks to a renewed interest in classic cocktails along with an increased affinity for all things bubbly and fermented.

This drink is perfect for grandparents and hipsters who non-ironically dress like grandparents.

Strawberry and lime are about as perfect a pairing as Barack and Michelle.

Dessert drinks tend to be... not great.

When the summer sun starts to heat up in India, folks know that it's time to start pouring ice-cold glasses of jal-jeera, a refreshing drink that's similar to lemonade, but is turned up a notch with spices like cumin and dried mango powder.

For the monolingual, tres leches translates to "three milks," and commonly refers to a Mexican cake known for its bewilderingly rich, savory flavor.

Not that Tom Collins isn't nice and all, but admit it: He can be a little boring.